The first
Mortal Kombat was held nearly ten centuries ago and it was won by Shao
Kahn’s demon sorcerer, Shang Tsung. Shang Tsung used his dark and evil
powers to steal the souls of his defeated opponents. But his reign as champion
was short lived as he was defeated by a noble warrior from the Temple of
the Order of Light in China named...Kung Lao. Earth praised Kung Lao of
his victories over the dark realm and Kung Lao proved to be a gifted warrior.
Because the champion of Mortal Kombat doesn’t age until the next tournament,
Kung Lao would return to defend his title as grand champion.

But for
Kung Lao, the tournament was over. He had won. It was now time to
get on with his life, give up his training, and fall in love. It was what
he wanted and what he’s yearned for all his life. However, Kung Lao became
plagued by dark and treacherous visions. It was then that he realized he
wouldn’t be able to defend the Earth realm forever. The responsibility
for the fate of the Earth combined with the overwhelming sense of an impending
failure tortured his soul. Raiden, the God of Thunder and protector of
the Realm of Earth told Kung Lao his fate. Kung Lao, therefore, must spend
the time between tournaments finding new warriors who are worthy enough
to train in the traditions of Mortal Kombat. Unfortunately, Kung Lao’s
time as champion comes when the lands of Earth are ruled by inexplicable
evil and black arts. That time is 500 years ago, the time for MORTAL KOMBAT
CONQUEST.

--For
the complete and official storyline about Mortal Kombat, click
here.--